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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex at day's high, up 670 pts, Nifty edges toward 23,800; IT stocks gain

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Wednesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices were trading 1.52 per cent and 1.46 per cent higher, respectively

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

IndiGo pares gains, SpiceJet shares fall 1% as DGCA mandates 60% free seats

As of 10:44 AM, IndiGo share price was quoted at ₹4,349.80, up 1.45 per cent, and the SpiceJet share price was quoted at ₹13.10 per share, down 1.8 per cent.

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 11:06 AM IST

M&M share price up 8% in 3 days; analysts upbeat on growth, see 49% upside

M&M share price rose for a third straight session on Wednesday. Analysts at Nomura and SBI Securities are bullish on the stock citing strong SUV demand, EV growth, and attractive valuations

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

These 3 stocks delivered 100x returns in 6 years; what tech charts say?

CG Power trades up 156-fold from March 2020 low; Whereas, PG Electroplast and Transformers & Rectifiers despite 50% fall from Jan 2025 high, quote 100-times higher on a six-year period, show charts.

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 10:51 AM IST

'I love what I do': Apple CEO Tim Cook dismisses retirement rumours

Apple CEO Tim Cook's statement comes amid reports of pressure building on the company's leadership with high-ranking exits from its artificial intelligence (AI) team

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 10:45 AM IST

Urban Company jumps 16% after SBI MF buys additional stake via bulk deal

At 10:14 AM, Urban Company's share price was trading 12.56 per cent higher at ₹123.65. In comparison, Sensex was up 0.31 per cent at 76,305.17

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 10:38 AM IST

HPCL, IDBI Bank, L&T: Top wealth destroyers of West Asia war; strategy here

For OMCs, analysts suggest the fall in stock prices reflects, to some extent, the pain on account of higher crude oil prices that surged past the $100 a barrel (bbl) mark

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 10:11 AM IST

Top Iranian leaders vow revenge after security chief Ali Larijani killed

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed deep grief over the loss, describing Larijani as a "virtuous, precious, and dear brother:

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 8:39 AM IST

Iran confirms national security chief Ali Larijani killed in Israeli strike

The Secretariat of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said Ali Larijani was killed along with his son Mortaza Larijani, and SNSC deputy for security Alireza Bayat

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 8:35 AM IST

West Asia turmoil: How to navigate current mkt correction, where to invest?

Despite the sharp pullback, analysts reckon that the current weakness reflects a geopolitics-driven correction rather than a structural bear market

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

No intermittent circuits needed for gold, silver ETFs: Siddharth Srivastava

Despite the month-on-month (M-o-M) dip, inflow remains substantial, accounting for 54 per cent of all ETF flows in February: Siddharth Srivastava

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 8:01 AM IST

Microcaps in value zone, but West Asia war may delay recovery: Samco Sec

A key observation is that whenever more than 75 per cent of stocks trade below a P/B multiple of 6, the index tends to be near a cyclical bottom

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 7:42 AM IST

Stocks to Watch today: Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Varun Bev, Shree Cement

Stocks to Watch today, March 18: Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Varun Beverages, Shree Cement, and Aurobindo Pharma are among the top stocks to watch today

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 7:32 AM IST

Hard Rock Cafe to remain open; JSM rejects closure, plans legal action

The company added that it remained committed to protecting the interests of all stakeholders, including circulating credible and accurate information to the public

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:38 PM IST

Now, Infosys nudges managers to use more AI to spur revenue growth

IT services firms are pushing managers to deploy AI tools in client work to boost productivity, improve efficiency and drive revenue growth amid a prolonged demand slowdown

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:29 PM IST

Apple overshoots iPhone production target under PLI scheme by 80%

Based on preliminary estimates with the government, the production value in FY26 is estimated to hit ₹227,000 cr, which is an increase of more than 24% over the previous financial year's ₹183,000 cr

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:23 PM IST

Market mood hits 6-month low in March, says BofA fund manager survey

Investor optimism fades as rising cash levels and geopolitical risks signal a shift from a "frothy bull" market to growing caution globally

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:01 PM IST

More ministries may get powers to order removal of online content

Government may amend Section 69(A) of the IT Act to empower key ministries to issue emergency content takedown orders, expanding powers beyond MeitY

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 12:02 AM IST

Investment bankers urge Sebi to widen block deal price band to 5%

The block deal window allows large trades to be executed in a single transaction on a separate platform provided by the stock exchanges

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

The calculus of war: Power, oil, and the logic of conflict in Iran

Everybody loves a good war, especially if they are oil-rich. Here's the algebra of the calculus of war for Iran

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Trump says US will be leaving Iran operation 'in very near future'

He said Washington would step back soon, even as he criticised Nato allies and reasserted US military success

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:28 PM IST

Steel stocks in focus: SAIL, Tata Steel, JSW, Jindal Steel rally up to 4%

In the ferrous space, analysts at ICICI Securities don't foresee any major impact due to ongoing geopolitical tensions as exports share of total steel production is pegged at <6 per cent.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Crude above $100: What it means for India's economy and energy

Crude oil above $100 a barrel threatens to widen India's CAD, stoke inflation, and strain key sectors, even as upstream firms gain and downstream players face margin pressures

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 9:44 PM IST

Stock market close: Sensex gains for 2nd day, ends 568 pts up; Nifty near 23,600; metal, auto rise

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights Tuesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices ended 1.07 per cent and 0.78 per cent higher, respectively

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 3:55 PM IST

IDBI Bank tanks 29% in 1 wk, nears 52-wk low amid disinvestment uncertainty

A combined 44.31 million shares representing 7.8% of IDBI Bank's total free float equity, changed hands on the NSE and BSE in Tuesday's intra-day trade.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 3:25 PM IST

Nifty Realty at over 2-year low; Relief rally on cards? Analysts top 3 bets

Nifty Realty Index: Hitesh Tailor, technical analyst at Choice Broking expects Sobha, Oberoi Realty and Prestige Estates to bounce back amid signs of positive divergence on the RSI indicator.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 2:28 PM IST

200,000 immigrant truck drivers to lose licences in US: What changes now

New US rule limits truck driving licences to select visa holders, tightening eligibility and documentation requirements

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 2:14 PM IST

Fuel retailers seek advance payments as losses mount on price surge

Indian refiners, hit hard by a declining rupee, are facing revenue losses from retail sales as cracks for gasoline and gasoil surged to multi-year ‌highs

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

India growth forecasts cut, inflation risks rise as Iran war drags on

Economists expect slower growth due to reliance on imported oil, with Goldman cutting its 2026 forecast to 6.5%, while IndusInd warns of a 30-basis-point hit and risks from weak consumption

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 1:53 PM IST

Heatwave to boost power demand: Analysts pick top power stocks to invest in

Heatwave alert: Rising temperatures could drive a surge in power demand. Analysts see opportunities in select power stocks like NTPC, Tata Power, JSW Energy, and Adani Power.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

Infosys stock hits lowest level since Dec 2020; market cap dips below ₹5 tn

Infosys's stock price has corrected 25 per cent thus far in the calendar year 2026, as against 11.4 per cent fall in Nifty 50, on likely threat to revenue growth.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 12:47 PM IST

India needs $1 trn forex reserves buffer for stability: Ex-RBI Deputy Guv

The $1 trillion target is derived from two critical buffers: $350 billion to cover all one-year debt obligations and $650 billion to protect against a potential exodus of foreign portfolio capital

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 12:43 PM IST

'Barbaric' attack: India slams Pakistan over Kabul hospital strike

India condemned Pakistan's airstrike on a Kabul hospital that killed 400 people, calling it a barbaric act; it said the attack violates Afghanistan's sovereignty and urged global action

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 12:33 PM IST

Dhampur Sugar, EID Parry rise up to 7% on additional export quota approval

At 10:57 AM, individually, among others, Dalmia Bharat Sugar and Industries shares were trading over 3 per cent higher

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:42 AM IST

EV policy boost: Nomura sees gains for Tata Motors, M&M, Ather, Sona BLW

The latest recommendations by the Parliamentary Committee on EV policy reforms (PM E-DRIVE) could boost Tata Motors, M&M, Ather, and Sona BLW, said analysts at Nomura

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 11:08 AM IST

After Venezuela takeover, why Cuba is now central to Donald Trump's plans

Cuba faces a deep power and fuel crisis as US pressure tightens; amid blackouts and talks with Havana, Trump has hinted at 'taking Cuba', raising questions over a Venezuela-style strategy

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:51 AM IST

Force Motors shares up 1600% in 3 yrs; is risk-reward still favourable?

In the past one year, shares of Force Motors surged 186 per cent to ₹20,746.9 on March 16, 2026, from ₹7,251.1 on March 13, 2025, outperforming the Nifty Auto index, which rose around 20 per cent

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:40 AM IST

GMDC, NMDC gain up to 4% on signing MoU to explore rare earth opportunities

Individually, GMDC shares gained 3.6 per cent on BSE, logging a day's high at ₹551.5 per share on BSE, and NMDC shares rose 1.6 per cent to touch an intra-day high at ₹78.81 per share

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:38 AM IST

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Defence; check top bets, target here

Tensions in West Asia is expected to support sustained demand for defence equipment such as missiles, air-defence systems, surveillance technologies, and electronic warfare solutions, believes MOFSL

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 10:12 AM IST

Iran war impact: Emkay sees Nifty at 21,000; lists top 3 stocks to buy now

Emkay Global warns of a 10-per cent downside in Nifty as Iran war volatility keeps crude oil above $100 per barrel. It has picked HDFC Bank, Eternal, and Max Healthcare as top stocks to buy now.

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 9:51 AM IST

Workplace health crisis: 1 in 4 men aged 31-35 show pre-diabetes, BP risk

77,000 insurance claims and 12,000 health check-ups across 400,000 covered lives reveal surging lifestyle health risks among India's young workforce

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 8:46 AM IST

Trump admin seeks removal of Cuba's President Díaz-Canel amid ongoing talks

The United States has told Cuba that for meaningful progress to be made in negotiations, President Miguel Díaz-Canel must step down, said people familiar with the talks

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

Datanomics: From checkout to courtroom as consumer rights take centre stage

Rising e-commerce grievances and persistent food adulteration highlight evolving consumer protection challenges in India

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 11:50 PM IST

West Asia war: IndiGo to face pressure from fuel price spike, says Moody's

Moody's says rising jet fuel prices amid Middle East tensions may pressure IndiGo's profitability, though its short booking cycle could allow cost pass-through over time

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

Sustaining stability: Fallout of Iran war must be managed sensibly

Last week, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a ₹1 trillion economic stabilisation fund to enable India navigate such global headwinds

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 10:17 PM IST

Hard Rock Cafe ends franchise agreement with JSM, shuts 10 outlets

Hard Rock International terminates its franchise agreement with JSM Corporation, leading to closure of 10 cafe outlets across major Indian cities

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 10:01 PM IST